Assistant Coordinator, Experiential Learning (Ivy Compass Program), Senior School
Full-Time, Fixed-term Contract
2025 - 2026
At Crofton House School, we inspire girls to discover and pursue their personal excellence from the first day of junior kindergarten to grade 12 and beyond.
Bound by our belief in the power of all-girls education, Crofton House School fosters a strong sense of community among educators, staff, students and families. Here, everyone can contribute to the strength of our learning environment – including you.
The Ivy Team in the Senior School is currently seeking an Interim Assistant Coordinator, who will be expected to take responsibilities within the Service Learning program in the South Quadrant and/or the Environmental Learning program in the East Quadrant given the expertise and needs of the IVY team.
The Ivy Compass program is a distinct component of a CHS education, which reflects the importance we place on experiential learning. This K-12 program fosters personal growth and self-awareness, leadership, and engaged citizenship through real-life experiences inside and outside of the classroom. Centered around the four cardinal points of a compass, with North-New Horizons, South-Service Learning, West-World Citizenship and East- Environmental Learning, the program exposes students to diverse perspectives and experiential activities that allow them to explore a wide range of complex issues, including, amongst others sustainability, social justice and global citizenship. Every grade has an annual grade-wide Outdoor Education trip, as well as a number of themed Ivy Days. The goal of the Ivy Compass Program is to graduate inspired leaders and socially responsible agents of change.
You are a knowledgeable and experienced school leader, passionate about experiential learning and about helping students understand the world around them and identify their own sense of purpose through meaningful reflection and active engagement with local and global communities. You have a deep understanding of service learning, environmental stewardship, human rights education and how to embed them in a school environment. You are skilled at supporting students engaging in dialogue around complex and divisive issues. You value what an international perspective brings to learning in schools in curricular and co-curricular experiences. Student agency is something you believe in and seek to develop in your interactions with students.
You are a student-centered educator who values collaboration with colleagues to maximise student outcomes. You are confident in supporting learners using approaches that are reflective of the way girls develop and thrive. You believe in the value of a diverse and student-centered experiential program, and you can support both the teachers and students in realizing an educational program's potential beyond the classroom. You optimize the resources available to you. You are energized by what you do. Students, colleagues and parents find you to be approachable, available, knowledgeable, genuine and supportive. You demonstrate an understanding of the importance of parents as partners in their daughter’s education by maintaining open and collaborative relationships with the parent community. As a lifelong learner, you demonstrate a commitment to actively seek professional development, to value and seek student voice, to continuously reflect on your practice, and collaborate with your colleagues to maximise student learning. You participate actively in the life of the school.
You will find the school to be a learning community where students and staff share the same genuine passion for learning. You will be spending your day with students who are intellectually curious and with colleagues who are collaborative, inspiring, and dedicated to the profession of teaching.
Key responsibilities for the (Interim) Assistant Coordinator, Experiential Learning (Ivy Compass)
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To lead on the implementation and consistent evaluation of experiential learning opportunities in the Senior School in Service Learning program in the South Quadrant and/or the Environmental Learning program in the East Quadrant given the expertise and needs of the IVY team.
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To provide support to the Coordinator, Ivy Compass, in the implementation of service learning opportunities in the local community and beyond as part of the South Quadrant
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To provide support to the Coordinator, Ivy Compass, in the implementation of the environmental learning program in the local community and beyond as part of the East Quadrant
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To lead and collaborate with the IVY team on the development and delivery of IVY days throughout the year
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To collaborate with students and staff in the development of themed events and assemblies, as relevant to the role
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To provide support to the Assistant Coordinator, Ivy Compass (West), in organizing and planning the Volunteer Fair
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To attend and support Grade-wide Outdoor Education trips (minimum of 2), through athe knowledgeable understanding of the programming and risk protocols as required
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To lead a Grade 10 leadership module for the CHS Winter Bazaar
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To support other aspects of the program as required
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Support student initiatives in this area
Responsibilities of a CHS Teacher:
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If required, teach the equivalent of 2 sections in an area of expertise
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Bring a student-centered, inquiry-based and collaborative approach to the delivery of the B.C. curriculum (Grade 8 - 12)
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Support the growth and development of individual learners through the delivery of the Crofton House School Advisory program as an Sr Sc Advisor
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Work as a collaborative and supportive member of the Ivy Compass Department
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Build relationships with teachers and staff across the school community
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Be an active and positive participant in the co-curricular program
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Participate in school meetings and events, including school planning and professional development
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Create a positive and supportive culture for learning
Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience:
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Essential: B.C. Ministry of Education Certificate or Independent School Certification qualification criteria
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Relevant university qualifications (e.g. Bachelor of Education)
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A comprehensive understanding of current educational practices outlined in the BC Ministry of Education documents
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Experience in an independent school, an asset
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An awareness of the learning styles of girls and young women
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Collaborative and energetic with a passion for teaching
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Committed to the craft of teaching, best practices, and standards of professional practice
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Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
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Energy, commitment and a readiness to participate in the co-curricular program the diverse life of the school community
Employment and Application Details:
Classes begin in September 2025 following teacher orientation in late August 2025.
Employees of Crofton House School receive competitive compensation and support for professional, educational and leadership development. Please note that applicants must be able to legally work in Canada. Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received.
Compensation: $67,516 - $119,652 depending on experience and education level.
Please include the following with your application:
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A cover letter and current resume that outlines exact dates of employment, the organization, job title and responsibilities. If you have gaps in your employment history, please advise as to why.
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Please clearly identify your educational background and history of professional development related to this position.
Apply online at www.croftonhouse.ca/careers.
We thank all candidates in advance. We will, however, contact only those selected for an interview.
About Crofton House School
Crofton House School is a university preparatory day school for girls from junior kindergarten to grade
12. Set on a beautiful ten-acre campus in Vancouver, we offer an inclusive, supportive community of dedicated teachers, involved parents, and enthusiastic students. Collaborative, student-centred, inquiry-based education and world-class facilities create a unique learning environment where each girl can reach her full potential.
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